RG25 2BW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Old Barn Close, 0.2km from North Waltham in North Waltham. Administratively it sits within Oakley & The Candovers ward and the North West Hampshire constituency.
For families considering a move, RG25 2BW represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for RG25 2BW are sourced from Output Area E00114540 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OLD BARN CLOSE, RG25 2BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD BARN CLOSE, RG25 2BW.
274
49
£ 60,200 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG25 2BW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
RG25 2BW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 93% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG25 2BW. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG25 2BW has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
North Waltham Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Old Barn Stores0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Micheldever5.9 km
- Overton6.4 km
- Basingstoke9.6 km
Bus Stops
- Elizabethan Rise0.1 km
- Elizabethan Rise0.1 km
- Village Pond0.3 km
- Village Pond0.3 km
- Church Farm Close0.4 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: RG252BW · Data under Open Government Licence